A couple of weeks ago another user shared the very sad and unfortunate news to rehome their female. A one year old puppy. Somehow out of all the people, they picked me. And wow am I so happy they did!! I met this random Reddit user in another state to pick up their dog after a couple of conversations. To say I was terrified is an understatement lol! But one week later and I’m beyond happy and thankful. Our family grew by one and is now complete. Lei Lei as she is known in our house is adjusting fairly well (she doesn’t seem to understand the cats are always sharp!). She has a lot of land to run on. More toys than she knows what to do with. An orthopedic bed. More snacks than she can eat (thanks toddler!). Thursday she finally figured out that snacks fall from the sky if she lays under the highchair. She gets Baby Einstein to watch when no one is home.

This coming week we are going to the vet to meet a new one and talk about getting spayed. She’s learned a bunch of new commands. Lei Lei has a barrel of energy from the moment her eyes open to the moment we turn off the lights at bedtime.

While I know that this was a heartbreaking decision for her previous parent, I’m so grateful that out of everyone, I was picked to take her. I don’t think that Reddit stranger knows how much I’ve cried this week from happiness. I lost my best friend after 11 amazing years together in June last year. He was 11 and it broke me. My home has been so empty without him. Lei Lei is here with us now and she’s given life back to his bed and toys. My house is very happily covered in black rottie fur and I’m fine with it.

I saw this on TikTok and had to try it. Apparently the colors of the show are made specifically so dogs can see it too. Shaq (10mo) will be going bananas and I put on bluey and he is transfixed! Immediately chills out and lays down to watch. Sometimes barks or howls at the screen. So so cute

I definitely use that word to get his attention

she was born in 1995 and she was named after Mortal Kombat characters. Jade is her middle name, and her first name is Kitana. Her nickname was kitty and she had two siblings. Destiny and Jorge. My dad’s friend owned Jorge and Destiny, and his family would breed baby Rottweilers at the time. She was a sweet girl. She would run to my dad when doing a certain whistle that he came up with.

Seven and a half years was far too short to know you, my friend. I'm so grateful that I made a conscious effort to spend as much time with you as possible. You were the happiest and sweetest dog I've ever known. In the end, your body betrayed that beautiful spirit of yours. I catch myself looking for you in places you'd normally nap, and even caught myself talking to a dark corner, thinking it was you before I remembered you were gone. I miss you so much already. It's hard to accept that you'll never be there to meet me at the door anymore. I love you, buddy. You were my favorite hello and my hardest goodbye.

She's all well and fine now lol. It scared her (also me) so much

So my 3 year old boy needs to try a prescription diet. Intermittent skin issue but mainly for chronic GI issues - gurgle stomach, mucous stool, grass eating etc. vet wanted to try hydrolyzed diet. He will not touch it, have tried all 3 lines. So now she suggested a limited protein diet. I see that Hills has D/D or RC has the selected protein line. Anyone have experience with these? I’m scared to try these because they seem to be grain free, what about the DCM concerns with grain free diet? We aren’t specifically looking for a grain allergy so I don’t know. I know that these are probably studied and food trialed but it’s still scary.

Can’t decide if I should make peanut butter banana cookies for her or a meat cake or both for her bday!😅😅

Picked up my best friend from a little farm (not a puppy farm) almost 5 years ago today and, to my surprise, we have the same birthday!

Officially a rottweiler fan now. He reminded me a lot of the labradors I grew up with, the animated eyebrows, nose a little too close to the kitchen counter at dinner time, puppy dog eyes beside the bed at night, but extra large sized with a streak of "I'll kill you if you invade my house".

… so a massive pink bow it is for her latest trip into the city! 🎀🤣 (she got a LOT of compliments from the Friday night crowd)

This was my cuddly Carebear. He is no longer with us but I came across this sub reddit and decided he deserved to be shown and remembered. He was 160lbs of love and happiness and everybody loved him🥰

First days home, vs now, 8 months later:)

Question, any one else’s rottie lay around & lick the floor? He is 8 months old now and it’s a fairly new habit. This is my first puppy so I just was curious. Thank you for any kind advice!

edit — yes, he will lay down on his side and lick the floor. Usually it’s after he’s played around or if he wants to go sit next to you.. he will lay on his side and lick the floor. He does get treats and has a bunch of toys. I was just concerned and came to the community for feedback!

Grizz is my first Rottweiler. I’ve owned pitbulls and American Bully’s most of my life. Grizz is 4 months and is by FAR the best dog I’ve ever owned. His training is going extremely well. Picks up on things very quickly. Complete 180 with the kids(was nipping) and a natural protector.

Hi all, my 1 year old lab X rottweiler is a lovely dog. So far he has always been submissive. Not scared but backs down to dominant dogs and although never afraid, he has always backed off when dogs have barked/lunged/told him to back off/etc. He has never reacted badly, just getting out of the way but usually going straight back in for more interaction.

The last two times a dog has loudly told him to back off he has stood his ground and growled a bit (it didn't seem aggressive, just not submissive like he has always been). I am very wary of any aggressive behaviour and whilst I know this isn't aggressive this reaction is definitely a departure from his previously reliable behaviour.

I know it's normal for dogs to become a bit more assertive as they mature. My question is: how can I tell if this is normal or concerning? When should I be worried about this? I obviously don't ever want him to bite or attack another dog, but I also understand he isn't always just going to take shit from dogs barking/lunging at him when he is being passive/non-threatening.

He is currently intact but I'm open to neutering, I'd rather wait until 2+ years though ideally. If I can.

Thanks for reading.

I have a one year old weighing in about 88lbs. He currently eats rehydrated kibble with raw/dehydrated toppers. I am in a more stable financial situation & was hoping to start incorporating raw into his diet, at least 50%. While I know recommended percentages when feeding raw, I also don’t fully trust myself to make every meal 100% balanced. Has anyone who feeds raw used We Feed Raw? If so, do you recommend it? Have you or your dog had any issues with it? I looked into VivaRaw but too many recalls too close together for my liking. I also am looking for recommendations for slow feeders that actually feed slow. My dog scarfs down his food if it’s not frozen, slow feeding bowl or not. I freeze 90% of his meals to avoid him vomiting or choking.. TIA

She loves trying to catch the rain lol.